Day 1
Havana Arrival

*Welcome to Cuba!
Upon arrival to Havana International Airport you will be greeted by our Representative and the driver for transfer to your hotel in Havana.
 
Check in and the rest of the day will be at leisure to rest from the trip and to get familiar with the surrounding areas.
 
Overnight Hotel in Havana
Meals None

Day 2
Modern Havana City classic car &
   Old Havana walking private tour

*Discover Havana's secrets and beauty with our Havana City tour You will see and visit some of the of the most interesting and famous cultural and historical sites in Havana, registered by the UNESCO as part of the World Heritage.
 
The first part of the tour is the “Modern Havana” panoramic classic car tour.
On the way to our first photo stop, the Havana University, the tour guide will make a short presentation of Cuba, so you have a clear idea about one of the most iconic Countries in the World, not only for its peculiar economic and political model, but also because of its Friendly People a feature that keeps its visitors coming back to such an amazing Country During the panoramic tour, we will see and stop for photos in Havana University, the Revolution Square (Plaza de la Revolucion), Colon Cemetery, the second largest in the World and in “el Malecon Drop off at The Capitol (El Capitolio).

The second part of the tour is the “Old Havana” City walking tour We will walk the Old City Streets and Squares starting with a tour to the recent restored Capitol (el Capitolio visit) then, among others see Central Park (Parque Central), Bacardi building (edificio Bacardi) with a quick stop for a refreshing “Mojito” (not included) at la Bodegita del medio Continue to la Plaza de la Catedral and the beautiful Castillo de la Real Fuerza
(Real Fuerza Castle) The castle today houses one of Havana’s finest museums; the Museo de Navegación (Navigation Museum).
 
Our journey will make a stop for a delicious lunch in a local Paladar (not included).
 
In the last part of the tour, we will head to Plaza de Armas where we will visit Havana´s City Museum (Museo de los Capitanes Generales), then a quick visit to Plaza Vieja and Plaza de San Francisco where the guided tour ends.
 
Here, you will have free time to continue exploring Habana at your own pace.
We highly suggest a 30 minutes guided visit to the famous “Rum Museum” located in the area or a visit to the San Jose Artisans ´ Market (Handicraft market).
 
Transfer back to the hotel in Havana.
 
Overnight: Hotel in Havana
Meals: Continental breakfast in the hotel in Havana

Note: some museums may charge a small fee for using cameras.

Day 3
Viñales Valley & Pinar del Rio tour

*Enjoy an adventure to the heart of the western province of Cuba; Vinales Valley and Pinar del Río, declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO in 1999.
 
Bring your expeditionary spirit and let yourself go on this journey to one of Cuba's most fertile areas where some of the world’s best tobacco is grown, harvested, dried and processed. We will visit a Tobacco Farm where we will have the opportunity to see and learn the worldwide famous handmade tobacco process and why not, take the opportunity to buy a souvenir.
Viñales tour will provide you unforgettable vistas at “el Mirador de los Jazmines”. Here you will admire the beautiful tropical landscape. We will visit the prehistorical mural, a 120-meter tall replica of prehistoric paintings on a “mogote” and take a short boat ride to see “la Cueva del Indio” (the Indian cave).
 
Then, continue with a visit to El Palenque de los Cimarrones kind of “living Cuban Museum” that, between legend and history, makes the passing of Afro descendants through western Cuba.
 
We will enjoy traditional lunch (not included 9 in a local restaurant.
 
Our journey will continue with a short tour in Pinar del Rio City where we will visit “La Guayabita del Pinar” rum factory to see and learn the production of this famous traditional Cuban liquor.
 
After the tour, the group will have a short free time for shopping before going back to Havana.

Overnight: Hotel in Havana
Meals: Continental breakfast in hotel in Havana

Day 4
Havana Varadero Private transfer
Free day at leisure (All inclusive)

*After early check out from the hotel, enjoy the picturesque journey from Havana to the beautiful Varadero On our way there, we will make a stop at Bacunayagua bridge, famous for its breath taking views and traditional piñas coladas.
 
Arrival and drop off to hotel in Varadero Although early check in to the hotel is not guaranteed (based on availability) we will enjoy the beach sun and all inclusive most of the day.
 
Overnight: Hotel in Varadero
Meals: Continental breakfast in hotel in Havana
   All inclusive hotel in Varadero

Day 5
Varadero beach day (All inclusive)

*Today, relax on the white sandy beaches in Varadero Forget about schedules, and enjoy the day, the sun and the beach with all services, amenities, theme parties and non motorized water activities the All inclusive hotel offers
 
Overnight: Hotel in Varadero
Meals: All inclusive

Day 6
Havana Cancun flight (not included)

*Today, enjoy the morning on the beach.
 
After early lunch, meet your driver for transfer to Havana International Airport for departure to take the flight to Cancun, Mexico (not included).
 
*Welcome to Mexico!
Upon arrival to Cancun International Airport you will be greeted by our driver and transferred to your hotel in Cancun.
 
Check in to your hotel and the rest of the day will be at leisure to rest from the trip and get familiar with the surrounding areas.
 
Overnight: Hotel in Cancun
Meals: Continental breakfast in hotel in Havana
All inclusive Cuba

Day 7
Isla Mujeres “like locals” tour

*Today we will visit Isla Mujeres one of the most beautiful islands in Mexico This tour, different to the commercial ones will be “like locals”, full of fun and sites for the best photos besides spending time at “Playa Norte”, consider one of the most beautiful beaches in the world!
Or journey will start with transfer from the hotel to the ferry terminal Then, enjoy the 20 minutes boat ride and be amazed by the beautiful colours of the Mexican Caribbean.
At arrival to the Island and renting golf carts (Driver ´ s Licence needed), we will drive towards Punta Sur with beautiful and breath taking views facing the cliffs Here, the crashing waves and craggy rocks are a sight not often seen in south eastern Mexico The cliffs offer a unique scenario on three sides for your best pictures W e briefly will visit Punta Sur National Park where a real Maya temple in Honour of Ixchel, Fertiliy Godess is located.
We will return to Isla Downtown (return golf carts) and make a stop for early delicious seafood lunch (not included) with the catch of the day.
The group will take a short walk to “Playa Norte” where we will spend a couple of hours enjoying the beautiful peaceful beach.
Finally, on the way back to the ferry, we will make a short stop in Downtown for souvenir shopping to end the tour with transfer back to the hotel.

Overnight: Hotel in Cancun
Meals Continental breakfast in hotel in Cancun

Day 8
Chichen Itza tour
Hacienda Selva Maya & Cenote Saamal
Valladolid “Magic town” visit

*Bring your expeditionary spirit and let yourself go on this journey to the most iconic archaeological site of the Mayan World Meet one of the New Wonders of the Modern World at Chichén Itza, Included as part of the UNESCO World Heritage It is considered the most important Mayan site for its imposing vestiges, famous for the mathematical precision with which they were built During the tour, lead by an experienced certified guide, we will visit among others the Temple of Kukulkan (Mayan feathered serpent deity) “El Castillo”(The Castle) the main ball court which is by far the most impressive and largest well preserved ball court in ancient Mesoamerica.
 
Then, our tour will head to Hacienda Selva Maya where at arrival we will enjoy a delicious Yucatecan buffet lunch (drinks not included), to proceed with a visit to the beautiful Cenote Saamal onsite Here, we will have free time for swimming so, do not forget to bring your swimming suit towel.
 
After cooling off the heat of the Peninsula, we will make a stop at Valladolid, Yucatan This beautiful town is considered “Pueblo Magico” (Magic Town) based on its natural beauty, cultural and historical relevance to the country.
 
Our tour will end with transfer to the hotel in Valladolid

Overnight Hotel in Valladolid
Meals: Continental breakfast in hotel in Cancun
   Yucatan buffet lunch (drinks not included)

Day 9
Tulum & Cenote Tortuga tour

*Experience an adventure day combining two great activities in the Yucatan Peninsula, Tulum tour Cenote Tortuga visit 4 cenotes)
 
After 90 min trip from Valladolid, we will arrive to Tulum We will walk this impressive archaeological site icon of the Mayan culture in the Mexican Caribbean Its location is unique, as it is right on the coast of Quintana Roo facing the Mexican Caribbean Enjoy the spectacular views from a privileged spot and contemplate the turquoise color of the sea During our walking tour, explore this ancient ceremonial center and get to know the history of this place with a certified guide that will reveal secrets of this walled city.
After the walking tour, you will have free time to take the best photos onsite.
The tour will continue with a stop in a local restaurant in Tulum for lunch (drinks not included) to proceed with a visit to Cenote Tortuga.
 
Once there, we will have a two hour guided tour in 4 different cenotes Wisho Bell, Tres Zapotes Jaguar Cenote You will be amazed by the jade green colour and its crystalline waters that allow you to distinguish the bottom of the cenotes Countless fish, birds and exuberant flora adorn the surroundings of each cenote where you will have plenty of time to swim and enjoy them
 
Our journey will finish with transfer to your hotel in Playa del Carmen

Overnight Hotel in Playa del Carmen
Meals Continental breakfast in hotel in Valladolid

Day 10 & 11
Playa del Carmen beach day

Today, relax on the white sandy beaches in Playa del Carmen Forget about schedules and enjoy the day, the sun, the beach and your loved ones

Optional shared tours     
*Xel Ha All inclusive
*Xcaret... and so many more!

Overnight: Hotel in Playa del Carmen
Meals: Continental breakfast in hotel in the Playa del Carmen

Day 12
*Departure from Cancun International Airport

Transfer to Cancun International airport for departure (Suggested late night flight departure to enjoy the beach as much time as possible)

Meals Continental breakfast in the hotel in Playa del Carmen
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*if you feel like adding more fun and relaxing days on the beach, or tours, ask your YUCATAN TRAVELS Rep.
Suggestions are All inclusive Resorts beach days in Tulum,
Riviera Maya, Playa del Carmen, Cozumel Island Isla Mujeres Bacalar or Holbox

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